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Advocates say that some long-term care insurance costs have increased by 400% or more.
Advocates for CT's older adults target utility, insurance costs as legislative session nears
Advocates say that some long-term care insurance costs have increased by 400% or more.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Advocates say that some long-term care insurance costs have increased by 400% or more.
After parents raised concerns, Fairfield canceled U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon's visit hours after the announcement.
Fairfield school cancels US Education Secretary Linda McMahon's visit after parent backlash
After parents raised concerns, Fairfield canceled U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon's visit hours after the announcement.
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January 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM
After parents raised concerns, Fairfield canceled U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon's visit hours after the announcement.
Ziebell, who scored a career-high 34 points, is the first Husky to make 10 3-pointers in a game since 2017.
Allie Ziebell matches UConn women's basketball record with 10 3-pointers in win over Xavier
Ziebell, who scored a career-high 34 points, is the first Husky to make 10 3-pointers in a game since 2017.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Ziebell, who scored a career-high 34 points, is the first Husky to make 10 3-pointers in a game since 2017.
The Huskies will have nine available players when they host Xavier Wednesday night.
UConn's Blanca Quiñonez, Serah Williams among unavailable players Wednesday night
The Huskies will have nine available players when they host Xavier Wednesday night.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The Huskies will have nine available players when they host Xavier Wednesday night.
Gov. Ned Lamont made the announcement during a speech to the annual meeting of the Connecticut Council of Small Towns.
CT will restore $4.5M in nixed federal school grants to Hartford, New Haven, Waterbury, Lamont says
Gov. Ned Lamont made the announcement during a speech to the annual meeting of the Connecticut Council of Small Towns.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Gov. Ned Lamont made the announcement during a speech to the annual meeting of the Connecticut Council of Small Towns.
Gov. Ned Lamont and Attorney General William Tong pushed for additional parental controls and protections for kids from addictive algorithms.
CT renews effort to regulate social media use by kids with proposed bill: 'Putting in protections'
Gov. Ned Lamont and Attorney General William Tong pushed for additional parental controls and protections for kids from addictive algorithms.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Gov. Ned Lamont and Attorney General William Tong pushed for additional parental controls and protections for kids from addictive algorithms.
Amazon is one of the largest employers in Connecticut, with more than 15,500 full-time and part-time employees in the state.
Amazon announces 16,000 new layoffs, leaving questions about Connecticut jobs
Amazon is one of the largest employers in Connecticut, with more than 15,500 full-time and part-time employees in the state.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Amazon is one of the largest employers in Connecticut, with more than 15,500 full-time and part-time employees in the state.
Snow fleas may appear on snow throughout Connecticut, jumping from pile to pile.
What are snow fleas? Here's what to know about the tiny, black bugs that show up on snow
Snow fleas may appear on snow throughout Connecticut, jumping from pile to pile.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Snow fleas may appear on snow throughout Connecticut, jumping from pile to pile.
The protests follow the killings of Alex Pretti, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Saturday, and Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE agent on Jan. 7.
What to know about ‘National Shutdown’ protests in Connecticut after Minnesota killings
The protests follow the killings of Alex Pretti, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Saturday, and Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE agent on Jan. 7.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:40 PM
The protests follow the killings of Alex Pretti, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Saturday, and Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE agent on Jan. 7.
The "KegChup" product will be part of a limited-time sweepstakes ahead of the Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl game.
Heinz to give away 114-ounce kegs of ketchup to fans ahead of Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl
The "KegChup" product will be part of a limited-time sweepstakes ahead of the Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl game.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:20 PM
The "KegChup" product will be part of a limited-time sweepstakes ahead of the Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl game.
The gala event also includes "hearty small plates," an open cocktail bar as well as a silent auction.
Smokey Robinson to headline CT theater gala this spring
The gala event also includes "hearty small plates," an open cocktail bar as well as a silent auction.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The gala event also includes "hearty small plates," an open cocktail bar as well as a silent auction.
One Connecticut hospital ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation on Healthgrades' 2026 list.
Five Connecticut hospitals were named to 'America's 250 Best Hospitals' list, one named top 50
One Connecticut hospital ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation on Healthgrades' 2026 list.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:40 PM
One Connecticut hospital ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation on Healthgrades' 2026 list.
The class-action suit seeks damages on behalf of every person in the U.S. who bought a Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken from Costco.
Costco lied about rotisserie chicken being 'preservative free,' lawsuit says
The class-action suit seeks damages on behalf of every person in the U.S. who bought a Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken from Costco.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The class-action suit seeks damages on behalf of every person in the U.S. who bought a Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken from Costco.
Forecasters are monitoring a potential second storm that could strike Connecticut as it moves up the East Coast this weekend.
Salt, ice melt in high demand in CT amid winter storm, Sunday snow forecast, retailers say
Forecasters are monitoring a potential second storm that could strike Connecticut as it moves up the East Coast this weekend.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Forecasters are monitoring a potential second storm that could strike Connecticut as it moves up the East Coast this weekend.
An official said three troopers had "alleged consensual relationships" with the security guard and one of them had sex with the person while on duty.
Connecticut trooper had sex with security guard while on duty at state building, official says
An official said three troopers had "alleged consensual relationships" with the security guard and one of them had sex with the person while on duty.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:15 PM
An official said three troopers had "alleged consensual relationships" with the security guard and one of them had sex with the person while on duty.
Several Connecticut Lottery players have won over $10,000 prizes from playing scratch games this month.
Several Connecticut Lottery players win big on scratch-offs, including two $50K prizes
Several Connecticut Lottery players have won over $10,000 prizes from playing scratch games this month.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Several Connecticut Lottery players have won over $10,000 prizes from playing scratch games this month.
The group also is calling on state legislators to limit the use of diversionary programs in cases of violent and egregious animal cruelty.
Connecticut animal advocacy group calls for tougher penalties in abuse cases
The group also is calling on state legislators to limit the use of diversionary programs in cases of violent and egregious animal cruelty.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The group also is calling on state legislators to limit the use of diversionary programs in cases of violent and egregious animal cruelty.
Both UConn men's and women's basketball teams must make it to their respective national championship games for the deal.
Jordan's Furniture will give away free furniture if UConn men's, women's basketball reach NCAA final
Both UConn men's and women's basketball teams must make it to their respective national championship games for the deal.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Both UConn men's and women's basketball teams must make it to their respective national championship games for the deal.
The rich, blue states we like to compare ourselves with are bleeding people to other states as badly as ever.
Dan Haar: Census numbers show a mixed picture for CT in battle for new residents
The rich, blue states we like to compare ourselves with are bleeding people to other states as badly as ever.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The rich, blue states we like to compare ourselves with are bleeding people to other states as badly as ever.
The company stated in its recall notice that the "foreign material" came from a flour supplier.
Gerber recalls baby snack product due to 'potential presence of foreign material'
The company stated in its recall notice that the "foreign material" came from a flour supplier.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The company stated in its recall notice that the "foreign material" came from a flour supplier.
Social media is a cost-effective way for candidates to get their names and policy proposals to the public, experts said.
Why name recognition is among the biggest challenges for CT Republicans vs. Gov. Ned Lamont
Social media is a cost-effective way for candidates to get their names and policy proposals to the public, experts said.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Social media is a cost-effective way for candidates to get their names and policy proposals to the public, experts said.
Smith dedicated "Beneath the Southern Cross" to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed during confrontastions with immigration agents in Minneapolis.
Patti Smith pays tribute to Alex Pretti, Renee Good at book tour finale in New Haven
Smith dedicated "Beneath the Southern Cross" to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed during confrontastions with immigration agents in Minneapolis.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Smith dedicated "Beneath the Southern Cross" to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed during confrontastions with immigration agents in Minneapolis.
J.Crew Factory Outlets is the second tenant at Westbrook Outlets to closed this month.
Clothing retailer J. Crew Factory closes in the Westbrook Factory Outlets
J.Crew Factory Outlets is the second tenant at Westbrook Outlets to closed this month.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM
J.Crew Factory Outlets is the second tenant at Westbrook Outlets to closed this month.
The sales tax rate for such meals was previously the standard 6.35%, but in 2019, the legislature added the extra percentage point.
This is why some grocery store meals in Connecticut are taxed at 7.35% — and what the tax applies to
The sales tax rate for such meals was previously the standard 6.35%, but in 2019, the legislature added the extra percentage point.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:30 AM
The sales tax rate for such meals was previously the standard 6.35%, but in 2019, the legislature added the extra percentage point.
"Ever since I was about three years old, I would declare on our kitchen table, I want to be on Broadway when I'm older. And that dream actually came true," she said.
CT 10-year-old says role in 'Stranger Things' on Broadway has 'been a dream'
"Ever since I was about three years old, I would declare on our kitchen table, I want to be on Broadway when I'm older. And that dream actually came true," she said.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM
"Ever since I was about three years old, I would declare on our kitchen table, I want to be on Broadway when I'm older. And that dream actually came true," she said.